How to Edit a Blog Template in Hubspot Design Manager

Editing a blog template in Hubspot lets you control your blog’s layout, modules, and design without touching every individual post. By working in the Design Manager, you can update structure, adjust content areas, and roll out improvements across your entire blog in a controlled way.

Understand How Hubspot Blog Templates Work

Before making changes, it helps to understand how a typical blog template in Hubspot is structured in the Design Manager.

• Blog listing template controls the list of posts (index pages).
• Blog post template controls the layout of individual posts.
• Global modules (header, footer, subscription forms) appear on many pages.
• Custom modules give you reusable layout pieces for specific needs.

Each of these elements is managed inside your Hubspot design tools, usually through the Design Manager or the newer drag-and-drop editor, depending on your account and theme setup.

Open the Hubspot Design Manager

To get started, you first need to access the template in the Hubspot Design Manager.

1. Log in to your Hubspot account.
2. In the main navigation bar, go to Marketing > Website > Blog or Marketing > Files and Templates > Design Tools, depending on your portal layout.
3. If you start from the blog dashboard, click Actions for the blog you want to edit and look for a shortcut that opens the template in the Design Manager, when available.
4. Alternatively, from Design Tools, use the left sidebar file tree to locate the blog listing or blog post template associated with your blog.

Once you have found the correct template file, click the name to open it inside the editor. You will now see the layout, modules, and overall structure that powers your blog pages.

Identify the Correct Hubspot Blog Template

Many Hubspot accounts use themes or have multiple blog templates. Make sure you are working on the right one.

1. Open Settings for your blog in the Hubspot portal.
2. Navigate to the Templates or Blog template section.
3. Check which listing template and post template are assigned to this blog.
4. Note the exact file names and locations, then locate the same files inside the Design Manager file tree.

If you edit a different template than the one assigned, your changes will not appear on the live blog, so this step is critical.

Customize Layout in the Hubspot Template Editor

Once you have the correct file open, you can customize how your blog looks and behaves. The tools available depend on whether your template uses drag-and-drop layout or coded files, but the basic concepts are similar.

Rearrange Modules in Your Hubspot Blog Template

Within the Design Manager, modules represent content areas or functional blocks. To rearrange them:

1. Locate the module list or layout tree on the left or in the main canvas.
2. Click and drag a module to a new position in the layout.
3. Drop the module where you want it to appear (for example, above the blog content or below the author section).
4. Use horizontal or vertical groups to organize modules into columns or rows, depending on your Hubspot template layout options.

Common modules you may see include featured image, blog content, author information, social sharing buttons, and subscription forms.

Edit Module Settings in Hubspot

Most modules include settings you can adjust without scripting. To edit them:

1. Select the module in the layout editor.
2. In the right-hand inspector panel, adjust options such as text labels, default content, alignment, or styles.
3. For blog-specific modules (for example: Post listing, Blog content), review filters, number of posts shown, and metadata display.
4. Click Apply or a similar button to confirm changes.

These settings allow you to fine-tune how information is displayed on your Hubspot blog pages without changing the underlying code.

Add New Modules to Your Hubspot Template

If you want to add new functionality:

1. Click Add or open the Modules panel in the Design Manager.
2. Search for the module you need, such as a call-to-action, form, rich text, or custom module created by your developer.
3. Drag the module into the template where you want it to appear.
4. Configure the module settings to match your requirements.

Use this method to add new subscription areas, promotional banners, or additional content blocks to your Hubspot blog layout.

Work With Global Content in Hubspot

Many blog templates in Hubspot include global groups or modules. These are shared across multiple pages or templates.

• Global headers and footers ensure consistent branding.
• Global CTAs or subscription sections can appear on all blog posts and pages.

When you edit a global module in the Design Manager, your change can affect every template that uses it. Hubspot usually displays a clear label such as Global group or similar indicators.

Before saving global changes, confirm whether they should apply everywhere. If not, consider creating a new local module or a duplicate global group tailored specifically for your blog.

Preview and Test Your Hubspot Blog Template

Before publishing, always preview your Hubspot blog template.

1. In the Design Manager, click Preview or Preview with display options.
2. Select the blog you want to preview if prompted.
3. Choose a sample post for post templates, or the main list page for listing templates.
4. Review how the layout looks on desktop, tablet, and mobile breakpoints.

Check that modules display correctly, metadata is visible, and no overlapping elements or spacing issues appear. Make adjustments in the editor, then refresh your preview until everything looks correct.

Publish Changes From Hubspot Design Manager

When you are satisfied with the preview, you are ready to update the live version of your blog template in Hubspot.

1. In the Design Manager, click Publish changes or Publish on the top right of the editor.
2. Confirm you are publishing the right template (listing or post template).
3. Wait for the confirmation that the template has been successfully published.
4. Open your live blog and a few individual posts in a new browser tab to confirm that the changes appear as expected.

Publishing a template affects all pages that use that template. In Hubspot, this is a powerful way to roll out consistent updates, but it is also why careful previewing is important.

Best Practices for Editing Hubspot Blog Templates

To keep your blog stable and easy to manage, follow these best practices when working with templates in Hubspot.

• Clone before major edits: Create a clone of your current template and work on the copy. Once tested, assign it to your blog in settings.
• Document custom modules: Keep notes on what each custom or global module does and where it is used.
• Test with multiple posts: Preview posts with different content lengths, images, and formats.
• Coordinate with developers: For advanced coded templates, collaborate with a developer who understands Hubspot’s templating system.

Helpful Hubspot Resources and Next Steps

For additional technical detail, refer to the official Hubspot documentation on editing blog templates in the Design Manager: Edit a blog template in the design manager. This resource offers interface-specific guidance and screenshots that match current product versions.

If you need strategic support implementing a scalable content structure, theme customization, or SEO-friendly blog layouts for Hubspot, you can also explore expert consulting services at Consultevo.

By using the Design Manager thoughtfully, previewing your work, and following template best practices, you can maintain a flexible, professional, and conversion-focused blog experience in Hubspot without sacrificing stability or performance.

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